Entries by Brian Wabwire

The relationship between theory and pedagogy

Identify a specific developmental domain of children, from birth to two years, and critically reflect on the relationship between theory and pedagogy. Write a position paper based on this identification. Your position should be based on relevant empirical evidence and personal experience. The assessment covers topics that have been discussed in the class: Learning and […]

Legacies of racial and ethnic constructs

On this National Geographic page, I read “humans share over 99 percent of their genetic material with one another, and variation occurs more between individuals than ethnic groups. Nevertheless, the legacies of racial and ethnic constructs can be spotted in everything from housing to health.” What are your thoughts on categorizing race with regard to […]

What is dental biofilm?

What is dental biofilm responsible for?  What is dental biofilm? The antimicrobial matrix of biofilm is created how and what is the source that nourishes it? What are the components of biofilm?  Describe the life cycle of biofilm.  What is the cariogenic MOs in Biofilm and what are they responsible for?  How long does it […]

The treatment of long-term alcohol addiction

The addiction lab at the  Neuroscience  Institute of  Victoria is working with a small start-up pharmaceutical company to try and formulate a  new drug for the market in the treatment of long-term alcohol addiction.  In the lab, pharmacological studies in vodka-addicted rats have shown that administration of the drug in quite high doses has been […]

Discuss how microbial symbionts contribute to nutrient acquisition

Investigate the beneficial interactions between plants and symbiotic microorganisms, such as mycorrhizal fungi, nitrogen-fixing bacteria, and plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR), and their role in enhancing plant health and productivity. Discuss how microbial symbionts contribute to nutrient acquisition, stress tolerance, and disease resistance in plants, thereby reducing the need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Explore the […]

Types of adaptations

For each of the four types of adaptations described above, (short-term, facultative, developmental, and cultural), identify and explain one adaptation humans have evolved or developed to solve the problems caused by your chosen stress. Use the information in the assignment module to locate these adaptations. Include one image for each adaptation. To summarize, you should […]

Cross-Cultural Adaptation

The Psychology of Cross-Cultural Adaptation: How do individuals navigate the process of acculturation, cultural adaptation, and intercultural communication when transitioning to a new cultural environment? Analyze theoretical models of cross-cultural adjustment, such as the stages of cultural adaptation and cultural identity development frameworks, considering factors such as cultural distance, language proficiency, and cultural competency. Discuss […]

Perspectives of Eating Disorders in Men and Boys

Peer Response The Journal of Men’s Studies article, "It’s a Touchy Subject": Service Providers’ Perspectives of Eating Disorders in Men and Boys" explores the perceptions and experiences of providers of eating disorder services towards men to understand the challenges and barriers experienced by spoth professionals and patients in addressing the gender bias within this field […]

Considering the various religious branches of Satanism and neopaganism

Esoteric and Neopagan NRM traditions tend to share a fascination with the individual “Self” as a focus of religious attention. Considering the various religious branches of Satanism and neopaganism, which among these do you feel offers the most in-depth exploration of the Self, and why (you may choose more than one)? Please illustrate your answer […]